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^ The stock tank has a leak and I already had that, but thanks for your 2 cents.

You're more than welcome.

Ok, but seriously, what are you doing with that fuel cell? It's not really going to sit in that spot in the trunk is it? Are you cutting the spare tire well out and dropping it into the floor of the trunk, or are you at least sliding it back between the wheel arches? You've done some nice work by the looks of it, but there's no way the fuel tank is sitting in that spot in the trunk. Right

Ok, but seriously, what are you doing with that fuel cell? It's not really going to sit in that spot in the trunk is it? Are you cutting the spare tire well out and dropping it into the floor of the trunk, or are you at least sliding it back between the wheel arches? You've done some nice work by the looks of it, but there's no way the fuel tank is sitting in that spot in the trunk. Right

Thanks for the comment, the cell will be positioned as far forward as possible in the trunk. I'll be adding pictures once it is permanently mounted. I just need to do my brake setup first as i have my booster remote mounted in the trunk. I dont plan on doing anything half assed on the car so I appreciate these comments.

3. 100LBS extra in the trunk = motorboating = not so much 50/50 weigth distribution = more understeer.

4. Rear end collision = fireball. (see Ford Pinto) Big

5. Higher center of gravity = turn like poop.

6. Filler neck on the same side as the (hot) exhaust + drip while filling up = gas on the exhaust pipe = fire hazard.

Maybe I'm a little anal about this stuff, but thats what I was getting at, and to me, they're all valid points. If this car isn't already in your name (ie, safetied), you'll be in rough shape convincing a mechanic that your car is safe/legal. If you're doing all this engine work, at least reconsider putting a new oem/aftermarket gas tank where it ought to be. Even between the rear shock towers, I think you're making a mistake. Otherwise, like I said, nice job!

^ Like I said it IS going to be between the rear shock towers. The added weight in the rear will help counter balance the added weight in the front, plus it will help with traction. The exhaust is not going to exit in the stock location (passenger side exit before rear subframe). I'm also using fuel cell foam to keep sloshing to a minimum. This car will NOT be winter driven, And the car has been saftied and registered. You're correct, all valid points, but they are all points that i have taken into consideration.